Interior 3D Model Evolution in Architectural and Interior Design Industries
The Interior design and Architecture industry is transforming in terms of using advanced visualisation software and tools for design development.
In this day and age, clients have become quite aware and smart about their requirements. Many of the project owners or clients ask for Interior 3D Model for decision making.
Hand drawings or AutoCAD Interior Drafting for making critical design decisions has become almost obsolete.
To cater the needs of the clients, design professionals are investing in purchasing interior 3d modeling software and training resources to provide effective visualisation of a built-asset.
The 3D visualisation typically includes realistic interior modeling of residential, commercial, hospitality,healthcare etc projects.
What is Interior Modeling for a Layman in Construction?
In simple words, interior modeling is a process of creating 3D models using interior, and architectural design and adding material/texture detailing as proposed by the interior designers.
Interior 3D models are typically produced using software such as Revit, 3DsMax, Sketchup etc.
Mentioned below are the steps for creating a 3D model:
- Step 1: Preparing interior 3D design and wall elevations by an interior designer
- Step 2: Choosing materials and textures for the interior walls, floor, furniture
- Step 3: Preparing a 3d interior model using the aforementioned software
- Step 4: Specifying interior textures i.e., wall, flooring, furniture etc.
- Step 5: Exporting the 3d model in a suitable format for rendering
- Step 6: Importing the interior 3d modeling to a suitable rendering software such as 3DsMax and setting a realistic scene for 3D rendering
The above points demonstrate the basic steps for creating a 3D model. Although the process of creating an interior 3D model is more complex.
Many interior designing and architectural companies outsource interior modeling requirements to overseas consulting companies based in countries such as India.
Advantages of Adopting Interior 3D Modeling for a Project Owner
A project owner is the main person responsible for making final decisions especially when it comes to interior specifications.
It is critical to have his/her approval before proceeding with the final design. Here are some benefits how interior 3D models help project stakeholders to smoothen the process of decision making by a project owner:
- Providing virtual interior representation of an interior space for analysing the impact of selected, texture and furniture on the design
- Allowing project owners to try multiple furniture, paint shades and wall texture before shortlisting the final design
- Saving the cost of redesigning and reconstruction if in case the project goes on site and the owner is not fully satisfied
- Enabling easy customization of the rough ideas by trying them in the virtual interior 3d model. Hence, assessing the impact of imagination on the design
Advantages of Interior Modeling for an Interior Designer
An interior designer is one of the most creative people out of all the other project stakeholders.
He/she has got an imagination of the design in mind, and might as well feel comfortable in delivering the ideas using 2D AutoCAD drawings or even hand sketches.
However, many interior designers prefer to develop interior 3d models for the below reasons:
- Providing comprehensive representation of design ideas as the way they imagine in their minds
- Proposing their design ideas in a simplistic manner to a layman in construction
- Positioning themselves better in the market for using advanced visualisation techniques for superior decision making
- Allowing easy collaboration with the other project stakeholders for effective decision making
2 Most Common Spaces of Interior 3D Modeling
Although a full comprehensive interior view of a build asset is useful for better decision making.
However, many times project owner prefer to have the interior 3d models of the below areas as first priority:
1 – Bedroom Interior Model
A bedroom is the most personal space for an individual. Many room owners have an emotional attachment for the bedroom more than any other building space in the house. They wish to customise their rooms as per their own likes and preferences.
For this reason, an Interior 3D Modeling is quite useful as it allows easy customisation of design ideas and better discussion with their interior designer.
A room owner can try multiple textures, wall colours, bed orientation etc.before finalising the interior design
2 – Living Room Interior Model
Living room represents the ‘vibe’ of the whole house. It must have enough area to accommodate all family members or expected guests with a pleasing interior design that contributes to a relaxing mood.
Shortlisting a Living Room Design would naturally be influenced by the number of people living in the house that often leads to confusion and conflict of ideas.
In this case, developing an interior 3D model allows easy assessment of the superior design idea. The family members can assess their individual design in a realistic 3d environment and use Interior Modeling for picking design elements from each of their proposed ideas.
Conclusion
3D Interior Modeling is one of the most effective ways for making sound interior design decisions.
Having an interior 3d model allows trying multiple design ideas before shortlisting a particular design. Interior modeling is a good practice for assessing the design impact before a project goes on site.
This often saves cost and time of redesigning and rebuilding if the project owner is not satisfied with the final design built on site.
